Le géant allemand investira entre autres 110,6 millions à Dorval afin d’y réaliser de la recherche et du développement pour la conception ainsi que l’amélioration de turbines aérodérivées, utilisées notamment pour la production d’électricité.
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Siemens multinational will invest nearly $ 133 million in its Dorval facility, which will also serve as a launch pad in North America for the deployment of a platform to help companies better integrate new technologies to increase productivity.
The announcement was made Friday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, as part of Prime Minister Philippe Couillard’s economic mission to the Swiss Alps. Québec grants in exchange a loan of 20 million.
Through its Canadian subsidiary, the German giant will invest 110.6 million in Dorval, where 400 people work, to carry out research and development for the design and improvement of aerodynamic turbines, used in particular for the production of electricity.
“We have very good chefs in the kitchen and we have to find more customers,” said Siemens CEO Joe Kaeser, explaining that these investments would result in a few hires.
Dorval’s facilities are already specialized in the design and manufacture of gas turbines, electrical transformers and medical imaging equipment.
Mr. Kaeser explained that Siemens did not simply want to modernize the plant, but to ensure that it is prepared for the “next revolution” so that it remains competitive.
MM. Couillard and Kaeser had already met to discuss possible investments as part of a visit to Munich, Germany last July.
In addition, Siemens will deploy $ 22 million as part of its collaborative initiative inspired by the dual German model, which in addition to training in educational institutions, includes a large proportion in the workplace.
Siemens, which believes that it is a leader in the integration of advanced technologies in industrial environments, offers interested parties a free look at its model, explained Mr. Kaeser, and then implemented it within their organizations.
“Our clients, our partners and our universities can come and see and take the time to learn,” he said.
Ultimately, the Couillard government wants this initiative to accelerate the technological change of Quebec companies and to improve the training of the workforce, with the participation of educational institutions such as CEGEPs and universities.
“We want to focus on training in the workplace,” said Investissement Québec President and CEO Pierre Gabriel Côté. We want to apply the dual model to Quebec. “
However, it will take time to know exactly how educational institutions will be involved in this initiative.
The file will be discussed as part of the National Workforce Meeting to be held next month.
In addition to Dorval, Siemens operates two plants in Drummondville and Trois-Rivières, where some 1100 people work.
Another year has come and gone. We faced many challenges this year, but we also had many successes. I’d like to thank the executive and all of our committees, for without your hard work and dedication, we simply wouldn’t have arrived to where we are now. I’d also like to thank all of our members for their dedication and patience; some things take longer than others, but rest assured that we are doing our best to ensure that our contracts are adhered to and that we retain the best working conditions possible. Looking forward to 2017, there still remain several challenges to overcome and new ones that will surely arise. We will continue to work together and ensure that our members’ best interests are always at the forefront of our objectives.
From the LL2468 Executive Team, we wish all of our members a safe and happy holiday season and a prosperous 2017.
Shahira and I had the opportunity to catch up with the RRC Retirees Association at their annual Christmas Lunch. It was very nice to see our former colleagues with whom we worked for many years. A good time was had by all!
Shahira, Santa (Ray Lyons), Jean, Elf (Judith Leaper) and George
Jean, Lynda and Ed
Donna Brighton, former LL2468 Recording Secretary for many years
Donna, Jean and Donna’s husband
The old Lab crew: Ron Lines, Shahira, George, Mostafa Aghdaie
Ron and John, former RRC machinist
Frank, Warren (former Heat Treat Tech) and C.N. Shah
Mr. Kinsey, Adrian and Ophelia
Frank Barton, former 2468 Planner
Dieter, former bench fitter
Charlene O’Connor and her mother
Brother Colin Adams and I returned from Chicago last week. This convention was a definite eye-opener! Full report about the GL Convention at next month’s general meeting, October 11, 2016!
With the arrival of summer comes warm weather, outdoor activities and vacations. As has been the case for many years, LL2468 will not hold any monthly meetings for the months of July and August. The next monthly meeting will be held on September 13, 2016. The LL2468 Executive would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a safe and relaxing summer. Enjoy!
